Decorative Arts Auction

December 05, 2016

LOT 187

Lot 187

French Export Turkish Ottoman Vermeil Mounted and Silver and Gold Inlaid Flintlock Holster Pistol, c.1720

French Export Turkish Ottoman Vermeil Mounted and Silver and Gold Inlaid Flintlock Holster Pistol, c.1720
Lot 187 Details
French Export Turkish Ottoman Vermeil Mounted and Silver and Gold Inlaid Flintlock Holster Pistol, c.1720

the rosewood stock with ornate Arabesque wire inlay and false ram rod, the barrel with koftgari decoration and columns of Arabic script
length 18" — 45.7 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $7,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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French Export Turkish Ottoman Vermeil Mounted and Silver and Gold Inlaid Flintlock Holster Pistol, c.1720
  • French Export Turkish Ottoman Vermeil Mounted and Silver and Gold Inlaid Flintlock Holster Pistol, c.1720
  • French Export Turkish Ottoman Vermeil Mounted and Silver and Gold Inlaid Flintlock Holster Pistol, c.1720

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 187
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About Condition Ratings

  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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